Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 with Game-Key Card Release

Konami has officially confirmed that Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.

2 will launch on both Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Switch 2 this August, ending months of speculation following industry reports.

This highly anticipated collection is set to continue the legacy of the original Master Collection, bringing more beloved entries from the storied Metal Gear Solid franchise to modern Nintendo hardware.

According to Konami's latest announcements, both the Switch and Switch 2 versions of Master Collection Vol.

2 will receive a physical release.

However, players should note significant differences between the platforms regarding how the game is accessed and stored.

On the Switch 2, the physical edition will utilize a Game-Key Card format.

To play, users must perform a one-time full download of the collection, which according to Konami's official site, requires at least 30.4 GB of free storage space on the system’s internal storage or a microSD Express card.

This download is mandatory for first-time play and demands an active internet connection. The collection on the Switch 2 consists of: - METAL GEAR SOLID 4: Guns of the Patriots – Master Collection Version (25.9 GB) - METAL GEAR SOLID: Peace Walker – Master Collection Version (4.2 GB) - Bonus Content (0.3 GB) In contrast, the original Nintendo Switch’s physical edition features a partially pre-installed cartridge.

The physical cartridge includes 5.3 GB of data, enabling users to start playing without a mandatory download, though additional downloads may be required for the full experience.

Players on the Switch will need a minimum of 17.3 GB of free storage, with the following distribution: - METAL GEAR SOLID 4: Guns of the Patriots – Master Collection Version (18.3 GB) - METAL GEAR SOLID: Peace Walker – Master Collection Version (4.0 GB) - Bonus Content (0.3 GB) Konami has also outlined incentives for early buyers and those who pre-order.

Official details confirm that customers will receive exclusive in-game items across both MGS4 and Peace Walker, including a camouflage item and special uniform.

Players who have save data from Master Collection Vol.

1 will unlock unique bonuses as well: a "gold camouflage" in Metal Gear Solid 4 and a "gold uniform" in Peace Walker. In addition, Konami has released an update for the original Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection, improving compatibility and performance on the upcoming Switch 2 console.

These enhancements demonstrate Konami's commitment to supporting its major titles on the evolving Nintendo platform ecosystem. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.

2’s arrival on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 marks another key milestone in Konami’s efforts to preserve and celebrate the Metal Gear legacy.

With its dual-format release, bonus incentives, and robust digital support, this collection is positioned to become an essential addition for fans and Nintendo collectors alike.